An online service created by Greenville's Geographic Information Systems Division is now up and running to help people along the Swamp Rabbit Trail.The interactive map of the trail can also be accessed through a smart phone by downloading a free mobile application. By searching for ArcGIS through the iTunes App Store or Google Play Store, people can then search for "Swamp Rabbit Trail."Ty Houck, Greenways director of the Greenville County Recreation District, said the information provided can help people find the most convenient access point and amenities like parking and restrooms along the route."You never know what kind of information they want," Houck told WYFF. "By just putting all the information out there, they can create their own opportunity and they tailor it to their need."The interactive map shows photos of places where trail users are invited to park their vehicles. Also, by enabling the GPS on a smartphone, the app can direct people to the exact site.Some trail users told WYFF that the information provided by the new app would be extremely helpful once already on the trail."It helps with the mileage to know how far you're from any restroom, bathroom or any place where somebody can get help," Mamdres Moran told WYFF.Brandon Williams, who hiked along the trail while carrying his 9-month-old son on his back, said having the app is very helpful with planning."Just knowing that a half a mile up a road is a water break, a restroom or something to eat is awesome," Williams told WYFF.The map also provides information on caution zones, nature trails, bike racks, ATMs and water fountains.While the map does not provide information about businesses where people can shop or eat, it does list the names of restaurants and stores that have made parking and restrooms available to trail users.The Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery, at 205 Cedar Lane Rd., opened in September. The business features locally-produced food and products.Owner Mary Walsh said many of the trail users who park and use the restroom there are also patrons of the store.Walsh said the app could help send more business in her direction."The thing about (technology) is that it's just more modern. You think that you might step away from nature, but it allows you to discover the natural things that are around you," Walsh said.

GREENVILLE, S.C. —

An online service created by Greenville's Geographic Information Systems Division is now up and running to help people along the Swamp Rabbit Trail.

The interactive map of the trail can also be accessed through a smart phone by downloading a free mobile application. By searching for ArcGIS through the iTunes App Store or Google Play Store, people can then search for "Swamp Rabbit Trail."

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Ty Houck, Greenways director of the Greenville County Recreation District, said the information provided can help people find the most convenient access point and amenities like parking and restrooms along the route.

"You never know what kind of information they want," Houck told WYFF. "By just putting all the information out there, they can create their own opportunity and they tailor it to their need."

The interactive map shows photos of places where trail users are invited to park their vehicles. Also, by enabling the GPS on a smartphone, the app can direct people to the exact site.

Some trail users told WYFF that the information provided by the new app would be extremely helpful once already on the trail.

"It helps with the mileage to know how far you're from any restroom, bathroom or any place where somebody can get help," Mamdres Moran told WYFF.

Brandon Williams, who hiked along the trail while carrying his 9-month-old son on his back, said having the app is very helpful with planning.

"Just knowing that a half a mile up a road is a water break, a restroom or something to eat is awesome," Williams told WYFF.

The map also provides information on caution zones, nature trails, bike racks, ATMs and water fountains.

While the map does not provide information about businesses where people can shop or eat, it does list the names of restaurants and stores that have made parking and restrooms available to trail users.

The Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery, at 205 Cedar Lane Rd., opened in September. The business features locally-produced food and products.

Owner Mary Walsh said many of the trail users who park and use the restroom there are also patrons of the store.

Walsh said the app could help send more business in her direction.

"The thing about (technology) is that it's just more modern. You think that you might step away from nature, but it allows you to discover the natural things that are around you," Walsh said.